Statement of Christian Faith & Democracy [View all]
Nothing makes me fume more than the absolute defamation and disrepute Christian Nationalists and the theocratic wannabes proclaim as if it was what Jesus stood for. Seems to me that it's very important for Christians who actually believe the Bible and work to love and serve all Creation to speak up.
I was so glad to run across an effort of Christians from across a number of denominations to speak up and out for democracy, for the Gospel of Jesus, and to take a strong stand against the efforts by Christian Nationalists and others to use fear to manipulate and tear down our nation.
Some of those who have signed it include Dr. Diana Butler Bass, Rev. Dr. Tony Campolo, Walter Brueggemann, Shane Claiborne, and The Most Rev. Michael Curry. All Christians are invited to sign on in agreement with the statement, so I did. I hope you will read it and consider doing so too.
Some of the names of signers you may recognize include Diana Butler Bass, Tony Campolo, Walter Brueggemann, Shane Claiborne, and Michael Curry.
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From the About page:
In late 2023, a diverse group of scholars and religious leaders began to draft a short statement called Christian Faith and Democracy to address these dual crises.
The statement identifies the challenges facing our democracy and professes a Christian response. Rooted in practical concern, the statement is designed to offer a framework for pastors and lay leaders as they face these challenges in their own congregations and communities.
This is a time when Christian leaders are called to step up. And all of us– from various constituencies, with many pressures– will now be making the decision to speak up and out with this statement. It is a risk that each of us must decide whether to take.
For this statement to make a significant contribution to our country’s future, we need you to join us.
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